Game Of Thrones Season 1 Episode 1 Cast

Okay, buckle up, buttercups! Let's dive headfirst into the very first episode of Game of Thrones! Specifically, the awesome cast that kicked it all off.

We're talking "Winter is Coming," the episode that hooked us all and made us yell at our TVs for years to come. Who were the faces that launched a thousand memes?

The Starks of Winterfell

Sean Bean as Ned Stark

First, we have Sean Bean, aka Ned Stark. He's like that super honorable dad everyone wishes they had, except, you know, with more swords and less minivan duty.

You know he's going to be a good guy because, well, it's Sean Bean. He's practically a professional at playing characters you immediately root for... and then tragically lose.

Michelle Fairley as Catelyn Stark

Then there's Michelle Fairley as Catelyn Stark, the fierce mama bear of Winterfell. She's the glue holding the family together, even when they're scattered across Westeros and facing certain doom.

Catelyn is shrewd and intelligent. She's the brain of the operation, balancing political maneuvering with fierce love for her children.

The Stark Kids!

And speaking of those kids! We’ve got Richard Madden as Robb Stark, ready to inherit dad’s noble qualities. And Sophie Turner as Sansa Stark, dreaming of princes and gowns.

Let’s not forget Maisie Williams as Arya Stark, the scrappy tomboy. Plus Isaac Hempstead Wright as Bran Stark, about to have the weirdest summer vacation ever. And Kit Harington as Jon Snow, brooding magnificently in the North.

That's a whole lot of Starks! But hey, they're a big family facing a very BIG winter.

The Lannisters of King's Landing

Lena Headey as Cersei Lannister

Switching gears to King's Landing, we have Lena Headey as Cersei Lannister. Picture the meanest, most glamorous queen you can imagine. Now multiply that by ten.

Cersei is all about power and family (in that order, naturally). She's a master manipulator, always three steps ahead. Or at least, she thinks she is...

Nikolaj Coster-Waldau as Jaime Lannister

And then there's Nikolaj Coster-Waldau as Jaime Lannister, the Kingslayer. He's the handsome rogue with a complicated moral compass. You know, the one that spins wildly and occasionally points in the right direction.

Jaime is arrogant, skilled, and maybe a little bit in love with the wrong person. cough His sister cough.

Peter Dinklage as Tyrion Lannister

Last but definitely not least, we have Peter Dinklage as Tyrion Lannister. Everyone's favorite imp! He's the witty, wise-cracking underdog you can’t help but adore.

Tyrion is smart, observant, and armed with the sharpest tongue in Westeros. He's the true heart of the Lannister family, even if they don't always appreciate him.

Across the Narrow Sea

Emilia Clarke as Daenerys Targaryen

Let's not forget about across the Narrow Sea! We have Emilia Clarke as Daenerys Targaryen, the Khaleesi. The Mother of Dragons. She starts as a timid pawn and transforms into a force of nature.

Daenerys is determined, compassionate, and just a little bit scary when she's angry. Don't mess with her dragons!

Jason Momoa as Khal Drogo

And of course, Jason Momoa as Khal Drogo. He is a mighty warrior and a man of few words. And the husband of Daenerys.

He is a powerful and intimidating Khal, but also cares deeply for Daenerys. He is the one that helps her gain her confidence.

The Supporting Cast

The episode also introduces a fantastic supporting cast! From Mark Addy as King Robert Baratheon to Aidan Gillen as Littlefinger, weaving their webs of intrigue.

This core group of actors truly set the stage for the epic saga that followed. They brought Westeros to life in a way that was both believable and breathtaking.

So there you have it! A quick trip down memory lane with the cast that started it all. Now go rewatch "Winter is Coming" and appreciate these amazing actors all over again!